American Council on Exercise

Evaluating diets can be tricky. Consider these 9 questions, which combine common sense with evidence-based nutrition, before starting a weight-loss diet.

New course equips personal trainers and health and exercise professionals with evidence-based strategies to support individuals using GLP-1 and other obesity medications.

“Our bodies are incredibly adaptable,” Jacque Crockford, director of product development at the American Council on Exercise (ACE), told Outside. “They adapt both to the exercise we do and to the exercise we stop doing.” If you’re an athlete, you likely know that brief breaks, including both rest days and periods of low-intensity movement, are essential for recovery, allowing you to avoid injury and ultimately optimize performance.

All in all, as described by the American Council on Exercise (ACE), Barry’s Bootcamp is best suited for people who like to be challenged with an intense workout while being coached by an instructor in a motivating and supportive high-energy group environment.

Teaching mat Pilates requires modifying or progressing movements based on what you observe as participants move. Learn more about this practical approach from this insightful webinar clip.

Inspire360 today announced the Inspire360 Education Grant for YMCAs, the first education grant built specifically for YMCA workforce development. Selected Ys will receive six to twelve months of Inspire360 Club service at no charge, giving their trainers access to a continuing education library valued at $16,000 per trainer, with education from TRX, Functional Movement Systems (FMS), Exos, and the American Council on Exercise (ACE).

“Counting steps is useful because you can monitor yourself every day, but if the number of steps are your primary driver, you may not make the gains you expected,” says Anthony J. Wall, senior director, global business development for the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and a certified personal trainer. “What’s effective is the frequency, intensity and duration of your activity..."

Protein is at the forefront of conversations about nutrition at the moment, so it’s important to be able to separate myth from fact. In this clip from a recent ACE/AND webinar, you’ll learn the truth about protein timing.

Drugs like Ozempic are here to stay, but what does this mean for health coaches and exercise pros? Read about emerging research and some practical tips for working with clients taking drugs for weight loss

Sleep is a core driver of healthy living, and new research suggests that duration may play an important role in how the body ages. Learn what a large study of biological aging clocks reveals about the potential sleep “sweet spot” and how you can use these findings to help clients think more broadly about sleep, recovery and aging well.

Sparkling water has become a popular alternative to soda, but what does all that carbonation mean for your clients’ teeth? New research comparing sparkling water, sugar-sweetened soda and plain water offers some reassuring findings—and practical insights you can use to help clients make informed beverage choices without stepping outside your scope of practice.

Live Long Better earns national honors for bringing practical exercise science, strength and healthy-aging guidance to adults 50+

Blood flow restriction training can provide strength and muscle adaptations using lighter loads. Learn more about this evidence-informed approach from this insightful webinar clip.

Recognition highlights the ACE commitment to equipping health and exercise professionals with evidence-based education that supports healthier lives for all

Strength training for cyclists should focus on preventing overuse injuries and improving cycling efficiency. Check out these 3 sample workouts.

Research demonstrates that client-centered communication strategies can help exercise professionals support meaningful behavior change beyond the gym

Instead, it “serves as an accessible way to explain why changes in body shape and appearance often become more noticeable as someone loses body fat over time,” Cedric X. Bryant, Ph.D., chief executive officer at the American Council on Exercise, tells TODAY.com.

The course equips exercise professionals with performance-based coaching tools to meet evolving participant expectations

If you want a sanctioned job at a fitness facility, get your certification. That could come from the American Council on Exercise (ACE).

Avril’s journey into health and fitness began in her early 40s when she found herself facing declining health, high blood pressure, and the possibility of starting medication. Rather than accepting that outcome as inevitable, she made the decision to take control of her health through exercise and lifestyle changes.

Caffeine is part of many clients’ daily routines, but its effects can vary widely depending on the source, dose and individual response. Explore the latest American Heart Association findings on coffee, energy drinks and cardiovascular health, along with practical guidance for discussing caffeine use, recognizing potential concerns and making appropriate referrals without exceeding your scope of practice.

Aging is often presented as a steady path of physical and cognitive decline, but new research reveals a more encouraging range of possibilities. Discover how positive age beliefs may relate to later-life improvement and how you can use supportive language, meaningful goals and appropriately challenging programming to help older clients recognize and build on their capacity for growth.

Creatine is widely known for its muscle-building benefits, but emerging claims about its effects on depression have generated both interest and confusion. Explore what a recent systematic review actually found, where the evidence falls short and how you can respond to clients’ questions with evidence-based findings.

Remote work creates a particularly sedentary environment. There’s no need to walk from your front door to the car or train station. There are no aisles of cubicles to maneuver on your bathroom break or colleagues to stand around with at the water cooler. “We're just sitting there in front of the screen by ourselves,” says Mary Jayne Rogers, an exercise physiologist based in Albuquerque, who’s on the certification advisory board of the American Council on Exercise.

At most desk jobs, you’ll be sitting down for the majority of the day. But remote work creates a particularly sedentary environment. ... “We're just sitting there in front of the screen by ourselves,” says Mary Jayne Rogers, an exercise physiologist based in Albuquerque, who’s on the certification advisory board of the American Council on Exercise.

Explore the connection between lifestyle behaviors and brain health, as well as practical strategies to use when coaching older adults. Learn more from this insightful webinar clip.

Creating inclusive fitness experiences for clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities requires practical coaching skills and a deep understanding of the individuals you serve. Learn more from this insightful webinar clip.

Earlier this year, Matrix Fitness expanded Project COURAGE opportunities through a partnership with the American Council on Exercise (ACE), increasing access to fitness-related certifications in the Project COURAGE network.

You should also hydrate before, during and after exercising on the beach, rather than relying on when you feel thirsty, said Cedric Bryant, an exercise physiologist and the chief executive of the American Council on Exercise. You will be exposed to direct sunlight on the beach, along with heat reflected off the sand and water, even on cloudy days, he said, which can put you at risk for overheating and dehydration.

American Council on Exercise (ACE) CEO Cedric X. Bryant will be inducted into the National Fitness Hall of Fame later this summer, recognizing a career spent helping shape exercise science, professional education and the growing intersection between fitness and healthcare.

Cedric X. Bryant, PhD, FACSM to be honored for decades of leadership and impact in advancing health, fitness, and professional education.

Medicine balls can do far more than add variety to a workout. Learn how to use throws, slams, carries and catches to build power, coordination, control and confidence, with practical exercise progressions that help you match each movement to the client’s goals and abilities.

Many clients know strength training is good for them, but they are less sure how much they actually need to do. New long-term research suggests that roughly 90 to 120 minutes of resistance training per week may be a meaningful, realistic target for longevity, especially when paired with regular aerobic activity.

The American Council on Exercise (ACE) announced that Dr. Antonio S. Williams has assumed the role of Chair of its Board of Directors, effective July 1. ACE also announced the appointment of Jaclyn Byrer, MA, MA, and Ingrid Knight-Cohee, MSc, to its Board of Directors.

GLP-1s have undoubtedly shaken up the fitness industry and preconceived notions about how best to lose weight. According to the CEO of the American Council on Exercise (ACE), they have also “created confusion, unrealistic expectations and a growing amount of misinformation”.

Williams assumes board leadership role as Byrer and Knight-Cohee join the ACE Board of Directors.

It burns calories and can aid weight loss: On average, women burn 9.4 calories per minute while on a rebounder, which is approximately equivalent to running six mph on flat ground or biking at 14 mph, according to the American Council on Exercise. In part due to the calorie burn, rebounding can help promote weight loss, according to a 2018 study in The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness.

According to the CEO of the American Council on Exercise (ACE), they have also “created confusion, unrealistic expectations and a growing amount of misinformation”.

Volunteers from The Phoenix talk about what they gained from the ACE Community Physical Activity Leader course. Read their inspiring stories.

The amount of fluids you should consume during a workout varies, depending on your body size, how much you sweat, workout duration and intensity, and humidity level, explains registered dietitian Keri Gans, RD, author of The Small Change Diet. That being said, the American Council on Exercise recommends aiming to drink 17 to 20 ounces two hours before your workout. Bomgren also recommends taking brief hydration breaks every 10 to 15 minutes during outdoor workouts.